December weather forecast
Paris, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Paris, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and max 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

December sees a slight reduction in average high-temperature, with a shift from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). During December, the temperature in Paris tends to dip to an average of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) at night.

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Paris.

Rainfall

In Paris, Virginia, in December, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Paris, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.4 days and collects up to 23.5" (597mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Paris, there are 19.9 snowfall days, and 9.69" (246mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, in Paris, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Paris are January and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Paris, Virginia, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Paris?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Paris, Virginia, during December are 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Paris?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Paris?

In December, the average relative humidity in Paris is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Paris?

In Paris, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Paris?

In Paris, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Paris?

The month with the shortest days in Paris is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Paris?

In December, the average day length in Paris, Virginia, is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Paris?

On the first day of December in Paris, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Paris?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Paris have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Paris is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Paris?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Paris?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Paris, VA

Average temperature in December - Paris, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Paris, VA

Average pressure in December - Paris, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Paris, VA

Average wind speed in December - Paris, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Paris, VA

Average humidity in December - Paris, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Paris, VA

Average rainfall in December - Paris, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Paris, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Paris, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Paris, VA

Average snowfall in December - Paris, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Paris, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Paris, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Paris, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paris, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Paris, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Paris, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Paris, VA

Average UV index in December - Paris, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Paris, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Paris, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Paris, VA

Average visibility in December - Paris, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September, October and December (5mi).

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